Chet Baker vs. Miles Davis

Good to read so many reasons...

If I had never listened to jazz and you played me 3 LPs from each, I would have to pick Chet over Miles, by a large margin. 

Chet's phrasing and selections are so much more approachable than Miles', at least to me.

@macg19 agreed such a tragedy and @lalitk I'll have to listen to some Chris Botti it's been quite a while for me thanks for the reminder.

I've never understood the fascination with Chet's singing.  I liken it to Mick playing the guitar, or Paul Simon trying to act.  Just stick to what you do best.  IMHO.  I like to listen to Chet when I just want to relax.  I like Miles when I want to be somewhat challenged by the music.  In a Silent Way is maybe my favourite MD.  Never fails to completely pull me into the music.  If you have not heard Chet's double CD Blue Room, which was released not that long ago, I highly recommend it.  Previously unreleased studio recordings from his time in the Netherlands.  Terrific recording quality.  Both trumpet and voice in top form.  Cheers.

I love these comparison threads…whose better, Slash or Chet Atkins?

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